185 Washington St, Norwich, CT 06360

A very special part of Norwich History -The house was built about 1870, and is a prominent local example of the High Victorian Gothic style. It was the home of Colonel Charles A. Converse, a local businessman and philanthropist. Over 3300 square feet of living space, well landscaped, rear garden, 4 fireplaces, Victorian library with built-ins, 5 bedrooms plus an office, custom kitchen with granite counters, Viking appliances, bathroom completely restored vintage style. The front facade is dominated by a hip-roofed tower on the right, in front of which is a distinctive seven-sided porch. Front-facing windows are set in peaked-gable openings, and there is decorative woodwork attached to the steep Gothic roof gables. The interior features fine oak flooring, walnut paneling in the dining room, and a fireplace surrounded with Dutch landscape in tile. The barn appears to be of similar age to the house, which was built c. 1870 but has had some considerable upgrades including concrete flooring.